Mind Australia recognises the intent of this year’s Federal Budget was to help Australians manage cost-of-living pressures, but with no new investment in mental health and psychosocial support, people experiencing mental health challenges will continue to face significant stress and uncertainty.
May 17 is IDAHOBIT - the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersex-phobia and Transphobia. It celebrates sexual and gender diversity and raises awareness of LGBTIQA+ rights violations around the world.
Denise Cumming, Mind Australia’s recently appointed Executive Director of Operations for New South Wales, is excited to be part of the 2026 One Door Mental Health Symposium this month. Denise will be welcoming attendees, making some opening remarks and is looking forward to participating in the interactive panel discussions through the day long program.
Mind Australia welcomes the Western Australian Government’s strong commitment to mental health, with more than $400 million in additional funding allocated to mental health initiatives in the 2026-27 Western Australian State Budget released yesterday.
Mind Australia welcomes the continuation of funding for essential mental health services in the Victorian Budget announced today.
Mind Australia advises that its CEO, Gill Callister, has informed the Mind Board of her intention not to seek a new contract and to step down as CEO.
After more than six years as Mind’s CEO, Gill believes the time is right for a fresh voice to lead Mind, One Door Mental Health and The Haven Foundation into the future.